Taylor Swift’s fans couldn’t help but playfully call her out after she skipped the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) to attend her boyfriend Travis Kelce’s Kansas City Chiefs game. The pop superstar, who has been a frequent presence at Kelce’s games this season, found herself the subject of good-natured jokes after a discrepancy between her prerecorded speech and her actual location became clear.
On Sunday night, after Swift and Post Malone won the award for Best Video for their collaboration, “Fortnight,” the MTV broadcast played a prerecorded acceptance speech from Swift. In the clip, the “Lover” singer said, “I am coming to you from the Eras Tour, and I’m so sad that I can’t be with you tonight.”
The footage aired in the evening in the United Kingdom, where the ceremony was held, but it was still the afternoon in Kansas City, Missouri, where Swift was very much present at Arrowhead Stadium, cheering on Kelce and the Chiefs in their game against the Denver Broncos.
Fans quickly noticed the amusing contrast and took to social media to share their reactions. One Swiftie posted a photo of Swift arriving at the stadium in a golf cart with her mother, Andrea Swift, captioning it, “‘I’m so sad I can’t be with you tonight’ THIS LIAR.” Another fan humorously quipped, “Calling in sick at work does not work when you’re TAYLOR SWIFT.”
The jokes kept coming, with another fan posting, “‘Coming from the Eras Tour’? More like coming from in my Chiefs era tour.”
Others appreciated the humor in the situation, with one writing, “No, I get her and she deserves the rest during her break, but lying on international TV even though people will know where she is is hilarious.” Another simply added, “pls this is so funny,” summing up the lighthearted tone of the online commentary.
Despite her absence from the awards ceremony, Swift still managed to dominate the night. She was the most nominated and awarded artist at this year’s EMAs, winning four of the seven categories in which she was recognized.
The Grammy winner’s success added another chapter to what has already been an incredibly successful year for her, both musically and personally.
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Swift is currently in the midst of a short break from her blockbuster Eras Tour, which has been drawing massive crowds and rave reviews across the globe.
Her nearly two-week hiatus will end on Thursday when she resumes the tour in Toronto, with the final show scheduled for December 8 in Vancouver, Canada. During her time off, she made it a point to be in Kansas City to support Kelce and his team.
Taylor arrived at Arrowhead Stadium with her mother, Andrea, in tow, both ready to support the Chiefs. The 34-year-old pop sensation certainly turned heads with her game-day attire, sporting a stylish red-and-black checkered Versace jacket priced at $3,350, a matching miniskirt for $1,695, a black Victoria’s Secret corset retailing for $100 (discounted to $40), knee-high Versace boots at $1,990, and a coordinating bag worth $2,175.
Swift’s fashion choices have consistently drawn attention, and this appearance was no exception.
During the game, Swift was seen cheering enthusiastically for Kelce, who had a standout moment by tying Chiefs legend Tony Gonzalez’s record for the most touchdown receptions in franchise history.
Swift’s supportive presence has become a familiar sight at Chiefs games, and her joy at Kelce’s achievements was evident as she celebrated alongside his friends and family.
Swift and Kelce’s relationship, which began in the summer of 2023, has been a focal point for both fans and the media in recent months.
A source previously revealed that the singer feels deeply connected to Kelce, stating, “She feels safer with him than anyone she’s ever known. She knows he would do anything for her, and physically she feels protected by him, and she loves that feeling. It’s a relatively new one for her, relationship-wise.”
The Chiefs ultimately defeated the Broncos 16-14, keeping their undefeated streak this season intact.
For Swift, the day was a mix of humor, love, and celebration—a reminder that even international superstars can be the subject of a playful troll or two, especially when balancing a busy schedule filled with awards shows and cheering on their significant other.
